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Methanol

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Methanol

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
N/A

Identified Uses

Solvent

Manufacturers & Suppliers

V

VWR International LLC

manufacturer

Radnor Corporate Center, Building One, Suite 200, 100 Matsonford Road, Radnor PA 19087

1-800-932-5000

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

1-800-424-9300

24 hours/day, 7 days/week

CHEMTREC

1-800-424-9300

CANUTEC

1-613-996-6666

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Flam. Liq. Cat. 2
Eye Irrit. Cat. 2A
Repr. Cat. 2
STOT SE Cat. 1

GHS Pictograms

GHS02 - Flammable

GHS02

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

Hazard Statements

H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child.
H370 Causes damage to organs.

Precautionary Statements

P201 Obtain special instructions before use.
P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking.
P233 Keep container tightly closed.
P240 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment.
P241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/ lighting/ equipment.
P242 Use only non-sparking tools.
P243 Take precautionary measures against static discharge.
P261 Do not breathe dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray.
P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P280 Wear protective gloves/ eye protection/ face protection.
P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/ Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P307 + P311 IF exposed: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician.
P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/ attention.
P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam for extinction.
P403 + P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
P405 Store locked up.
P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, state & federal regulations.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Methanol 67-56-1 100% No
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Use oxygen as required, provided a qualified operator is present.

Skin contact

Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Take off contaminated clothing and shoes immediately. Wash contaminated clothing before re-use.

Eye contact

Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes.

Ingestion

Do NOT induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.

Immediate Medical Attention

Call a physician immediately. Immediate medical attention is required.

Medical Treatment

Treat symptomatically.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Alcohol-resistant foam, Carbon dioxide (CO2), Dry chemical. Cool closed containers exposed to fire with water spray.

Unsuitable media

Do not use a solid water stream as it may scatter and spread fire.

Specific hazards

Flammable. Vapours may form explosive mixtures with air. Vapours are heavier than air and may spread along floors. Vapors may travel to areas away from work site before igniting/flashing back to vapor source.

Firefighter Protection

Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective suit.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Wear personal protective equipment. Immediately evacuate personnel to safe areas. Keep people away from and upwind of spill/leak. Ensure adequate ventilation. Remove all sources of ignition. Do not swallow. Do not breathe vapours or spray mist. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing.

Environmental

Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Prevent product from entering drains. Discharge into the environment must be avoided. Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system. Do not allow run-off from fire fighting to enter drains or water courses.

Cleanup methods

Ventilate the area. No sparking tools should be used. Use explosion-proof equipment. Contain spillage, soak up with non-combustible absorbent material, (e.g. sand, earth, diatomaceous earth, vermiculite) and transfer to a container for disposal according to local / national regulations (see section 13).

Materials: non-combustible absorbent material, (e.g. sand, earth, diatomaceous earth, vermiculite)

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Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Wear personal protective equipment. Use only in well-ventilated areas. Keep container tightly closed. Do not smoke. Do not swallow. Do not breathe vapours or spray mist. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing.

Storage

Store in area designed for storage of flammable liquids. Protect from physical damage. Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Containers which are opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage. Keep away from heat and sources of ignition. Keep away from direct sunlight.

Fire prevention

Keep away from fire, sparks and heated surfaces. Keep product and empty container away from heat and sources of ignition. No smoking.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Use with local exhaust ventilation. Prevent vapour buildup by providing adequate ventilation during and after use.

Hands

Solvent-resistant gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Replace when worn.

Eyes

Do not wear contact lenses. Wear as appropriate: Safety glasses with side-shields. If splashes are likely to occur, wear: Goggles or face shield, giving complete protection to eyes

Respiratory

In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. For rescue and maintenance work in storage tanks use self-contained breathing apparatus. Use NIOSH approved respiratory protection.

Skin/Body

Wear as appropriate: Solvent-resistant apron. Flame retardant antistatic protective clothing. If splashes are likely to occur, wear: Protective suit

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Language Code
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Physical State
liquid, clear
Physical State Data
liquid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Appearance
---
Colour
colourless
Colour Intensity
---
Form
---
Odor
slight alcohol-like
Odor Threshold
---
Ph
Note: Not applicable
Melting Point
Note: Not applicable
Boiling Point
64.7 °C
Flash Point
closed cup: 52 °F (11 °C)
Freezing Point
---
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
ca. 5 Method: Compared to Butyl acetate.
Vapor Pressure
129.32 hPa at 20 °C(68 °F)
Vapor Density
1.11 Note: (Air = 1.0)
Relative Density
---
Bulk Density
---
Density
0.792 g/cm3 at 20 °C
Flammability
---
Upper Explosive Limit
36 %(V)
Lower Explosive Limit
6 %(V)
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
464 °C
Decomposition Temperature
---
Solubility
---
Partition Coefficient
---
Solubility In Water
Note: completely soluble
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
34.04 g/mol
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Properties Status
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Hazardous reactions

Hazardous polymerisation does not occur.

Avoid

Heat, flames and sparks. Keep away from direct sunlight.

Incompatible

Strong oxidizing agents, Aluminium, Magnesium, May attack many plastics, rubbers and coatings.

Decomposition

In case of fire hazardous decomposition products may be produced such as: Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide (CO2), Formaldehyde

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

Toxicity

Toxicity to fish : LC50: 29,400 mg/l Exposure time: 96 h Species: Fathead minnow Toxicity to daphnia and other aquatic invertebrates : LC50: 10,000 mg/l Exposure time: 24 h Species: Daphnia (water flea) Toxicity to bacteria : EC50: 43,000 mg/l Exposure time: 5 min Species: Photobacterium phosphoreum : EC50: 40,000 mg/l Exposure time: 15 min Species: Photobacterium phosphoreum : EC50: 39,000 mg/l Exposure time: 25 min
13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

Disposal

Dispose of contents/ container in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.

14

Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

UN Number
1230
Shipping Name
METHANOL
Transport Class
3
Packing Group
II
15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Methanol?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Methanol?

Methanol is a liquid, clear with colourless color. It has slight alcohol-like odor.

What is Methanol used for?

Solvent

What are the hazard statements for Methanol?

This substance has 4 hazard statements:

  • H225: Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
  • H361: Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child.
  • H370: Causes damage to organs.

What is the melting point of Methanol?

The melting point is Note: Not applicable and the boiling point is 64.7 °C.